Hidden Gems: Meet Khash Moghadam of Wildhouse Ink Corporation

Today we’d like to introduce you to Khash Moghadam.

Hi Khash, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
Wildhouse started in 2019 as a one-woman show—my wife, Ghia, began calligraphy as a creative side pursuit, designing for friends before it evolved into hand-lettered signage for small weddings. At the time, I was a police officer and also working in home loans, so I was on a completely different path.

Ghia and I decided to apply for the Modern Love event—an application-only wedding industry showcase where selected vendors are grouped into teams to design for the modern couple. Getting in changed everything. It pushed us beyond calligraphy into signage, backdrops, and immersive environments—and it was also the moment I medically retired from law enforcement and came on full-time to help build Wildhouse.

From there, we kept saying yes. Bigger projects, tighter timelines, higher expectations—we took them on and figured it out as we went. God blessed us with the ability to grow, and we reinvested everything back into the business. We went from our apartment to a 1,000 sq ft warehouse—now operating out of a 15,000+ sq ft facility in Anaheim. Today, we have a full team producing large-scale builds and activations nationwide.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
It hasn’t been a smooth road. We learned a lot the hard way––figuring things out without a clear roadmap. Early on, capacity was a challenge. We said yes to everything and took on more than we were ready for. It forced us to quickly learn systems, pricing, and structure under pressure.

We outgrew our setup faster than we could stabilize it at times, which put strain on the team and the level of quality we expect. Cash flow was another major lesson. Fronting materials, labor, and logistics before getting paid required real discipline around contracts, deposits, and financial structure. We also had to grow from hands-on creatives into leaders––learning to trust a team and build systems that hold up at scale. That’s still evolving.

Through it all, God has been faithful. Every challenge pushed us to be more intentional, more structured, and more focused on building something that lasts.

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your business?
Wildhouse is an experiential production company—we design and build immersive environments for brands that want to make a statement. From large-scale activations and festivals to retail installs, pop-ups, and custom fabrication—we handle it all in-house, from concept to install. We’re known for creative solutions, build quality, and reliable delivery. A lot of companies can design something that looks good on paper—but bringing it to life, on time, on budget, and at a high level is where we’ve built our reputation.

We don’t treat projects as one-offs. We think in terms of experience, brand impact, and how it actually lands. We’re not just building pieces—we’re helping brands show up in a way that feels intentional, elevated, and memorable. That’s led us to work with everything from emerging brands to companies like Sephora, TikTok, and iHeartRadio. No matter the scale, the standard doesn’t change—thoughtful, polished, and aligned with the brand. That’s what’s allowed us to grow without losing what makes the work strong. Wildhouse isn’t just a production company—we’re a creative partner that knows how to take an idea and bring it to life.

In terms of your work and the industry, what are some of the changes you are expecting to see over the next five to ten years?
The industry is shifting away from one-off events toward more repeatable experiences. Brands are thinking beyond a single moment—how something can scale across cities, seasons, and campaigns.

There’s also a stronger connection between physical and digital. It’s no longer just about what happens in person—the content and how it lives online matter just as much. Experiences are being designed with that in mind from the start. At the same time, timelines are getting tighter and expectations are getting higher. That’s forcing teams to be more efficient, more intentional, and more dialed in behind the scenes. We’re still learning through all of it, but it’s clear the companies that stand out are the ones that stay consistent, adapt quickly, and deliver at a high level.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://gowildhouse.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gowildhouse/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@gowildhouse